4 February 2010

I had a great time last week.

I was invited to Ripon College, one of BMP’s long time very energetic partners, to participate in Jamaica Week. Spearheaded by Jake Jochem, students at Ripon wrote letters to Hagley Gap students, started planning their Maymester trip to the Gap, danced to reggae bands - The Roots Rockers and New Found Flavor, sampled Jamaica food, and generally had a great time while raising money for the Blue Mountain Project.

The energy of Jake and those helping him was inspiring to see. They did a lot of organizing, worked hard, had loads of fun, and raised over a $1000 for BMP. I am always amazed by the inventiveness, the willingness, and the desire to help of those involved with us. And I am very grateful for their hard work.

Thank you, students and professors of Ripon College!!
Cathy